The Best-Dressed F1 Drivers and Their Signature Style
Reviewing street style looks from a few of the fastest men on four wheels.
The sport of Formula 1 has long been synonymous with luxury, sophistication, and aspiration — just look at the calibre of brands lining the cars, circuits, and grandstands, the glitz and glamour of tracks like Monaco, Monza, and Abu Dhabi, and the many millions of eyes attracted to the sport throughout the year.
Therefore, it only makes sense that F1’s leading men embody those same values, representing everything the sport stands for — both on and off the track.
While we’ll leave commentary on race suits and car liveries to the engineers, we’re turning our attention to personal style, highlighting some of the best-dressed drivers of the season — plus, where to wear their looks away from the paparazzi, Netflix, and TV cameras.
George Russell: Monochromatic Mastery
Mercedes’ main man makes the argument for going all black everything — always a classy move — with this sleek monochromatic look that celebrates simplicity. Russell’s long-sleeve polo and tailored trousers lay a refined foundation for the outfit, while the watch, sunglasses, and fisherman sandals provide trendier accents. Wear this everywhere from a cocktail lounge to a date night.
Charles Leclerc: Modern European Luxury
Unlike his driving style, Charles Leclerc's personal style is typically casual and relaxed, as exemplified by this simple look. A plain white tee provides a neutral underpinning, the Bottega Veneta jacket (peep the Intrecciato leather collar) takes centre stage, and the wide dark denim jeans and white-soled slip-ons complete the off-duty ensemble. His best accessory? Leo, his adorable dog. Wear this on your next coffee run.
Wearing wider pants? Shoes with a chunkier sole — like commando soles or chunky sneakers — provide a sense of visual balance against wider leg openings.
Lando Norris: Cozy Collegiate
McLaren’s successful new era is spearheaded by two sensational young drivers — one of them, Lando Norris. While he’s outperforming many more experienced rivals on the grid, his style is truer to his youth. A cozy, slightly oversized polo sweater, relaxed light wash jeans, chunky two-tone sneakers, and backpack slung over one shoulder feels like a grown-up take on a classic schoolyard ’fit — this time for the paddock, not the playground. This is the perfect choice for your next concert or movie night.
Chunkier silhouettes go with chunkier silhouettes — if your sweater or jacket is oversized, then wearing wider-fit pants will appear more proportionate than slim-fitting ones.
Carlos Sainz: Riviera-Ready
Warm-weather vacations call for linen and bold colours, and this eye-catching off-duty outfit features both. After swapping Ferrari red for Williams blue last season, Carlos Sainz mixed the two together with this light purple button-up, which elegantly complements his sun-kissed complexion. Allowing the shirt to do all the talking, Sainz has kept it simple with his trousers, opting for a versatile navy blue to provide the base for this Riviera-ready look.
Picking a central statement piece, like a boldly coloured shirt, is a focal point of an outfit the depends on a subtle supporting cast — like neutral trousers and accessories — to help it shine.
Fernando Alonso: Sartorial Summer
These days, Fernando Alonso is a bit of an elder statesman around the F1 circuit; at 44 years of age, he’s the oldest and most experienced driver in the division, and his refined style reflects it. Wearing a double-breasted white linen suit from BOSS — very on-trend this season — Alonso redefines simplicity with this clean, lightweight look perfect for the summer months. Pared down with a plain white tee — a keystone capsule wardrobe piece, this ’fit is a balanced blend of high and low, formal and casual: ideal for summer events and celebrations.
An all white suit is easier to pull off than you might think — the key is to keep things tonal. A white or off-white underpinning and beige or light brown shoes and accessories — we prefer suede — offer a pleasing contrast without straying too far from the colour family.
Pierre Gasly: The New Suit
Wearing a suit is a simple yet sophisticated way to look put together, but "suit" doesn’t always have to mean “tailoring” — case in point: this casual take from Alpine’s Pierre Gasly. The light grey overshirt featuring patch pockets and a cropped, relaxed fit is a contemporary substitute for a suit jacket, and paired with the matching trousers, it’s an effortless way to look put-together. Wear this to lunch with friends, a night out, or even pushing the stroller on Saturday.
Help an understated matching set stand out with statement shoes and accessories like sunglasses, bracelets, and a watch.
Checo Perez: Ivy-Inspired
Away from the circuit, Sergio and wife Carola Martínez were spotted at the US Open, opting to respect an age-old tennis tradition of wearing all-white. A soft knitted polo and slim 5-pocket pants create a neutral base, while a lightweight peach sweater draped over Pérez’s shoulders — a quintessential preppy move — adds a subtle pop of colour. Wear it courtside, naturally, or also for gallery visits or country club events.
Looking to add another layer? Try throwing your sweater over the shoulders of a sport jacket to include extra depth to your look.
Lewis Hamilton: Strong & Structured
Lewis Hamilton flies the flag for his native England with a quintessentially British tailored look. Featuring strong, structured shoulders and interior canvassing, a double-breasted closure, and made from a heavyweight charcoal grey flannel wool, it feels more like a suit of armour than a race suit — but likely isn't as quick around the track. Known for wearing wider fits, this suit is cut generously to provide plenty of the drape and movement Hamilton loves from his clothes. Wear this to your next gala event or gallery opening.
Thicker wools, like flannel and tweed, are naturally heavier and more robust, which means more generous cuts provide easier movement and feel less restrictive on the body.
Much like Formula 1 engineering, great tailoring is built on precision, performance, and detail. With Harold custom-made, your vision leads each step of the process, from fit to fabric to the finishing touches while our expert Style Advisors offer their advice throughout.
Create your next custom-made garment with Harold; here.
